Defense & Aviation Contract: The U.S. Navy awarded Boeing an $880M contract to modernize P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol training systems, aiming to keep crews and maintainers ready for evolving undersea threats. Guam Infrastructure & Storm Recovery: DPW estimates about $104M in Sinlaku damage along Marine Corps Drive, with major follow-up needed for sand and debris clogging drainage. Mariana Trench Fishing Policy: Guam and CNMI officials are weighing Trump’s move to reopen commercial fishing in Pacific marine monument waters, stressing community input and cross-boundary impacts on reefs and fish stocks. Local Governance & Tech: Territorial Review launched a free portal that lets the public track Guam senators’ legislative records and performance, linking laws to hearings and code changes. STEM & Coral Research: UOG’s REEF program wrapped up with students using AI tools to monitor reef health across Yap and Kosrae, where declines tied to warming events were observed. Business & Data Skills: Pinpoint Guam and UOG signed an internship MOU to build student experience in data and technology starting Fall 2026. Education Updates: GDOE warned F.B. Leon Guerrero Middle School could open late due to construction delays and pending public health inspections. AI Procurement Controversy: Guam lawmakers renewed scrutiny after the legislature’s AI bill-drafting contract was terminated, with senators questioning the “sweetheart arrangement” and vendor readiness. Coastal Protection Funding: Guam’s Bureau of Statistics and Plans launched a petition to save the Guam Coastal Management Program from proposed NOAA funding cuts. Youth Conservation: Guam Green Growth launched the G3 Youth Conservation Corps with eight students to connect workforce development with hands-on environmental work.